Want to know a little secret? One of our favourite articles to put together is a list of trend predictions! Scrutinizing the latest in home, colour and textures has been especially satisfying as we launch into 2022.

Why? Because 2021 was, by all accounts, a weird year. Some people tested out going back into the office, while others came to terms with their remote work situation becoming a little more permanent. For those that moved to the country after a pandemic-driven purchase, the need to settle in and decorate more space became a priority. As opening hours at our favourite restaurants opened and closed (and opened and closed again!), we learned how to be experts at entertaining in our own kitchens again. In short, 2021 was the year of reimagining the spaces in home.

So, what about 2022? This year is all about fresh starts and big shifts in trends as many look to make a major home refresh.

Here are 5 home trends we are excited to see (and do in our own homes!) in 2022…

Goodbye all white everything, hello warmth!

White has been a very dominant force in our kitchens, bathrooms and everywhere for the last several years. It works because it’s a classic. Some say white has been overdone, and we agree. So, what’s next? You heard it here first – warmth and boldness. It’s time to swap white exteriors for a bold moment with dark siding or black framed windows. If you love clean, white spaces – don’t let this scare you. You can still add warmth with light neutrals too. Rather than sticking with the ever popular Benjamin Moore Simply White, try swapping it for a beige such as Collector’s Item or Natural Linen. If you aren’t looking to re-paint, add some warmth with decor pieces. Think additional lighting, layered rugs and different textiles.

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Green is here to stay

Whether you like to incorporate some green in your home with a trailing Pothos, Olive Tree or Fiddle Leaf Fig (real or faux – we don’t judge), green is here to stay. Craving a little more green throughout your home? We love the look of sage green cabinets, especially when paired with brass hardware. If a major change isn’t in your future, it is as easy as clipping a few branches from your backyard and creating a nature-inspired centre piece for your dining room table – cost effective too!

Something new and something old

Start shopping at your local flea markets, antique stores and second hand shops for decor items. These places have amazing pieces that really add warmth (hello, point 1) and shopping like this is much more sustainable too. Doing this can really define the style of your home by incorporating both vintage finds and new items. We started to see this trend in 2021 and think it is here to stay.

Amp up your home office

When our first lockdown went into effect in 2020, many homeowners converted their closets, guest bedrooms or empty corners of their home into their new office space. With remote work still very much a part of our reality, it’s time to upgrade the home office and make it a permanent fixture. This is a great opportunity to experiment with wallpaper and bolder colours. It’s time to really assess your home and how it functions. This way you can carve out a dedicated workspace for yourself – no more sitting at the kitchen table for 40+ hours a week.

Warm wood tones

Our paint colours aren’t the only thing getting warmer this year – the wood in our house is too! The grey tones we saw in the past are out and many are making a commitment to warm toned floors, cabinets and furniture. This trend definitely adds an element of comfort and coziness.

If these 2022 home decor trends aren’t up your alley, that’s okay! It’s important to establish your personal likes and dislikes before making any major changes. Be authentic to yourself, your family and your design preferences.

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